Senior Quantity Surveyor

About The Department

Welbeck Developments delivers high‑quality private healthcare construction projects that support world‑class clinical services across the Welbeck network. Working within a highly regulated healthcare environment, the team is responsible for managing complex development and refurbishment schemes with a strong focus on quality, safety, governance, and value for money. The department works closely with clinical stakeholders, operational leaders, consultants, and specialist contractors to ensure projects are planned and delivered efficiently, safely, and in line with both commercial objectives and patient‑focused outcomes. Excellence, collaboration, and precision underpin everything we do.

About The Role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in the commercial management of healthcare construction projects, overseeing cost control from early feasibility through to final account. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest professional and regulatory standards. Working closely with project managers, consultants, contractors, and senior stakeholders, you will provide clear financial leadership, robust commercial advice, and effective risk management throughout the project lifecycle. The role also includes mentoring junior quantity surveyors and contributing to a collaborative, high‑performing team culture. This position is ideal for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who thrives in a complex construction environment, takes ownership of commercial outcomes, and values quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and control project budgets to ensure financial success
• Lead negotiations, preparation, and administration of construction contracts
• Produce accurate cost estimates, feasibility studies, and financial reports
• Identify commercial and contractual risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Provide regular financial reporting, forecasts, and cost‑to‑completion updates
• Support value engineering initiatives while maintaining quality and compliance
• Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors
• Mentor and support junior quantity surveyors, providing technical guidance
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and legal requirements
• Oversee the preparation, agreement, and submission of final accounts

Qualifications and Experience

You are an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in construction cost management, ideally within complex or regulated environments. You bring a strategic mindset, excellent attention to detail, and the confidence to lead commercial discussions with senior stakeholders. You are comfortable managing multiple projects, negotiating contracts, and resolving commercial challenges while maintaining high standards of governance and compliance. A natural mentor and collaborator, you communicate clearly, work proactively, and take pride in delivering high‑quality outcomes.

Equal Opportunities

At Welbeck, we believe exceptional care starts with inclusive teams. We are committed to creating a workplace where difference is valued and excellence is expected; where people feel respected, and everyone is supported to do their very best. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and appoint on merit, recognising that diverse perspectives strengthen clinical quality, leadership, operational delivery and patient care. Welbeck is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to pre‑employment checks in line with regulatory requirements, including an appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.